MEDICINE MCQ
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
Question
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The term commonly known as shortness of breath is ____
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dyspnea
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tracheotomy
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phlegm
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pertussis
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Shortness of breath-known medically as dyspnea-is often described as an intense tightening in the chest, air hunger, difficulty breathing, breathlessness or a feeling of suffocation. Very strenuous exercise, extreme temperatures, obesity and higher altitude all can cause shortness of breath in a healthy person.
Detailed explanation-2: -Dyspnea, which some refer to as shortness of breath, is a feeling that you cannot breathe enough air into your lungs. During this, you may also experience tightness in your chest. This shortness of breath can be a symptom of health conditions, often relating to heart or lung disease.
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